This was a piece of coursework set in 1st semester of final year. The aim was to assesses the feasibility of applying laser based automated manufacturing processes to manufacture an aircraft window frame shown above. The submitted report summarises the laser technologies and transfer equipment that can potentially be used to manufacture the design. The chosen technologies were justified using references and also included the potential investment required to install and run this system.

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This frame is made of 2mm thick multi-layer carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composite with the overall size being 350mm by 240mm. The design has an overall curve (approximate radius of 2m) which matches the body of the aircraft it will be installed into. 2 edges and four 8mm through holes need to be laser cut into the design as highlighted in figure. The required tolerance for the piece is 0.1mm and the required volume is 600 per shift with the frames arriving to the station in pallet form.

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I have highlighted this piece of coursework in particular as I received 80% for the work I submitted. My final mark for this module was 84%, my highest mark to date.